Deciduous Trees and Shrubs

Magnolia Royal Purple is beauty in form, fragrance and flower! A perfect slender column, Royal Purple is covered with fragrant, deep pink/purple, 20cm cup-and-saucer blooms in spring. The contrast of these glorious flowers against the backdrop of emerging green spring foliage further adds to their allure. Royal Purple is ideal for smaller gardens and confined spaces - captivating observers with its breathtaking floral display and lush foliage.

Soil: Prefers well-drained soil, but reasonably tolerant of clay soils.
Conditions: Full sun or part shade, and are frost, drought and coast tolerant.  
Size: Height 4m x width 1.5m

Falling Snow is a beautifully weeping cherry variety - its slender branches cascading like a waterfall of white blooms each spring. Before the glossy green leaves emerge, the tree is covered in an abundance of pure white flowers, creating a breathtaking display reminiscent of drifting snow. This grafted cherry has a slender, upright habit, making it perfect for smaller or narrower spaces where elegance is desired. In autumn, its foliage transforms into a warm blend of orange and golden hues, extending its seasonal appeal. Whether planted as a single statement tree or as a pair to frame an entrance or path, Falling Snow never fails to impress. Ideal for smaller gardens, large containers, and courtyards.

Soil: Well-drained soil. 
Conditions: Full sun or part shade. Frost hardy.
Size: Height 1.5-2.5m x width 1.5m

The Macadamia integrifolia, commonly known as the macadamia nut tree, is a beautiful medium-sized evergreen tree prized for producing the delicious macadamia nut. With its glossy green foliage and decorative, pendulous flower trusses, it is both productive and ornamental, making it a standout feature in Australian gardens. From late winter through spring, the tree bears intensely fragrant cream-white flowers that hang in elegant clusters. These blooms are not only attractive but signal the beginning of the nut development cycle. Macadamia nuts are slow to ripen, taking just over six months from flowering to maturity. Mature nuts naturally fall to the ground when ready and should be collected promptly to ensure freshness and prevent spoilage. The harvest period is long and rewarding, typically running from March through to June. Grafted varieties are strongly recommended for home gardeners and orchard growers alike. Grafted trees provide more consistent nut production, improved nut quality, and often begin bearing earlier than seed-grown trees.

Soil: Prefers moist, fertile soils with good drainage. 
Conditions: It is a hardy and easy-care tree best suited to sub-tropical to warm temperate climates.
Size: Height 5-10m x width 4-6m

Cotinus Dusky Maiden is a compact and striking Smoke Bush valued for its deep purple foliage and its distinctive, airy flower plumes that create a soft, smoky effect through the warmer months. In spring, new leaves emerge a rich burgundy and hold their colour well into summer. Early in the season, clusters of tiny pale pink to purple flowers rise above the foliage and develop into the large, misty plumes that give the plant its name. As summer moves into autumn, these billowy plumes mature into smoky seed heads, while the foliage shifts to brilliant shades of red and orange before falling. In winter, the plant becomes bare and structural, with its leafless stems adding shape and contrast to the seasonal landscape. Ideal for borders, hedges or as a standalone feature, it brings bold colour and graceful texture to the garden.

Soil: Well-drained soil.
Conditions: Full sun to part shade. Drought, frost, and coastal tolerant. Shelter from searing heat and wind.
Size: Height 1.5-2.5m x width 1.5-2.5m

Magnolia Cameo is an outstanding variety of magnolia, with its long-lasting, superb two-toned white and burgundy flowers. As the buds open, the flowers begin as a deep reddish-purple, gradually revealing prominent white tones. Cameo matures into a compact, small tree, perfect for abundant flowering and easy growth, making it a spectacular addition to any garden. Ideal as a feature tree for small gardens and courtyards, Cameo certainly makes an impact on the landscape.

Soil: Free-draining soil rich in organic matter.
Conditions: Prefers full sun. Coastal, drought and frost tolerant.
Size: Height 3m x width 3m  

Widely admired for its spectacular spring display, Malus ioensis Plena—commonly known as Bechtel’s Crab Apple—is a small deciduous tree with a rounded, spreading habit. In spring, masses of fragrant, bright pink double flowers burst from rosy buds, creating a breathtaking floral show. Through autumn, the foliage turns rich shades of burnt orange and red before falling, adding a second season of colour. A superb choice as a feature tree for smaller gardens or landscapes where space is limited. Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape. 

Soil: Prefers well-drained soil with a low pH
Conditions: Full sun to partial shade; frost and drought tolerant
Size: 6m H × 4m W

Albizia julibrissin, commonly known as the Persian Silk Tree, is a beautiful deciduous ornamental tree prized for its delicate, fern-like foliage and spectacular display of fragrant pink, silky flowers throughout summer. The soft, pom pom-like blooms create a striking contrast against the finely textured green leaves, bringing colour, movement, and an exotic touch to the landscape. Fast growing and naturally graceful, the Persian Silk Tree develops a broad, spreading canopy that provides light, filtered shade without feeling dense or overpowering. Its elegant form makes it an excellent feature tree for gardens, parks, courtyards, and outdoor living areas where seasonal interest and visual softness are desired.

Soil: Well-drained soil. 
Conditions: Prefers full sun. Tolerant to wind and coastal conditions and some frost. 
Size: Height 5m x width 4m